Coronavirus (COVID-19) RT’s Resources
Check out our resource page. New information on converting your bilevel devices to ventilators.
AARC President Karen Schell sent a video message to all AARC Members.
I am so proud of our RTs and our profession.
Thank you President Schell
Department of Law and Public Safety is Extending the Deadlines for Renewing Licenses
Effective immediately, DCA is extending by 60 days licenses for Respiratory Care Practitioners.
The licensure actions announced today by Attorney General Grewal pertain only to licenses issued by the professional boards that require renewals or resubmission in the coming weeks.
Award Nomination
Now accepting 2020 Award recipients!
We are now accepting your nominations to recognize the best and most deserving professionals. Below is a list of the awards, along with descriptions. Nominations are made through the below form. Awards will be presented at the NJSRC Annual Shore Conference.
AARC News and Headlines
Joint Statement on Multiple Patients Per Ventilator
The Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM), American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC), American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA), Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation (APSF), American Association of Critical‐Care Nurses (AACN), and American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) issue this consensus statement on the concept of placing multiple patients on a single mechanical ventilator.
AARC's launched their 'Be an RT' recruitment initiative!
Be an RT provides the opportunity to learn about the respiratory therapy profession from actual respiratory therapists and their stories. The website contains great information about how to explore the profession, contact educational programs, and decide if the profession is a good fit for them.
National Respiratory Patient Advocacy Award
The National Respiratory Patient Advocacy Award is the only nationally recognized advocacy program dedicated to honoring outstanding registered respiratory therapists. The award identifies and honors registered respiratory therapists from across the country who demonstrate excellence in compassionate care for patients and families.
Deadline to make a nomination: July 31
